Gaya Island Resort

Top Tip

Take the short five minute boat ride to nearby Tavajun Bay where you can dine upon rustic logs while enjoying authentic dishes, warmed over glowing charcoal embers, as you relax below the sinking evening sun.

About Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort at Pulau Gaya, peeks out from the hillside among vibrant tropical mangroves overlooking the glistening coastline of Maloham Bay. Accessible by just a short 15 minute speedboat ride from Kota Kinabalu on mainland Borneo, the island is a natural haven of tranquillity, comprised of ancient rainforest and sheltered coral reef, with only minimal motorised vehicles used.

Accommodation comes in a variety of luxury villas, from exotic Canopy Villas buried among the leafy green rainforest, to Bayu Villas looking out to the dazzling turquoise sea, and the Kinabalu Villas offering the resorts best view of the striking Mount Kinabalu. The Suria Suites are large and luxurious, boasting 188 square metres and two elegantly designed bedrooms, looking out towards an outdoor private veranda; the perfect spot for a sun-dappled afternoon snooze.

Explore the island and culture with one of the resorts PURE experiences, from nature trails in the forest to private dives, to observe the colourful marine life, or simply relax by the 40m lap pool with a chilled beverage and your favourite book. Witness the chefs whip up Asian-Pacific delights in the open kitchen of Feast Village, or enjoy fine dining in a rooftop setting overlooking magnificent vistas across the bay, as you tuck into delicious freshly prepared seafood.